2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 213 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1651 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford Expedition | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Expedition | Thalia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 494 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2651 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |